CONT770: Intermediate English

Course Schedule

Course Description

This course focuses on current pedagogical approaches for supporting learners in Grades 7-10, aligning with the 2023 Language Curriculum and incorporating Science of Reading and evidence-based practices to foster stable, safe and engaging learning environments where equity, diversity and inclusion are central to all practices. You will delve into ethical standards, evolving curricular expectations and fair, bias-free assessment strategies. You will also explore the integral role of technology, emphasizing effective online delivery, assessment and crucial considerations for online safety and privacy. A significant and timely component of this course is the responsibility of educators to decolonize and Indigenize content, ensuring programming is culturally relevant and responsive to the identities of all learners.

Application Requirements

1. OCT MEMBERSHIP We will use the OCT number you provide during online registration to confirm you are an OCT member with an undergraduate degree.
2. YOUR UNDERGRADUATE/GRADUATE UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT(S)*

Your transcript(s) must show: The equivalent of 3.0 full-year undergraduate/graduate courses in English or the equivalent of 2.0 full-year undergraduate/graduate courses if you already hold another intermediate qualification. 1.0 of required courses must be in English Literature/Writing.  Please note we will accept a successfully completed graduate level thesis or dissertation as 1.0 full year English course.

*If you completed a Queen's undergrad (at any time), or a B.Ed., Honour Specialist, or an Intermediate or Senior ABQ course with us within the last 4 years you are not required to resend your transcripts.

Course Materials

Electronic resources are included within the course content.

Accommodations

Applicants who require accommodations for a specific learning need (e.g., learning disability) within their AQ/ABQ course, should click here for further information and support.

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Refund Schedule

If you drop a course:

1. by the midpoint of the course, you will receive 100% of your course fee.
2. after the midpoint, before the end of the course, you will receive 50% of your course fee.

For more about our refund policies, visit our Fees & Refunds page.